What is it? The LGBTQIA+ Welcome Café is open to anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+. It serves as a drop-in session, with snacks, hot drinks, supportive conversations, signposting and information about Live Well Leeds, including other groups and volunteering opportunities. How do I join? For more information, please call 0113 219 2727 or email [email protected] Bus routes 200, 201, 1, 1B ,74, 52, 2, 3, 3A, 12, 13, 13A
What is it? Discover different ways to relax in a sensory room environment. During the group, you will learn how to relax through exploring your senses, sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell. You will also take home your own sensory relaxation box. The group is Neurodiversity friendly and can cater to your sensory needs. How do I Join? For more information, please call 0113 219 2727 or email [email protected] Bus routes From Leeds city town centre: Bus 163 (every 15 minutes from Leeds City Museum) From Seacroft hospital: Bus 165 (every 31 minutes)
What is it? Join us at St. Mary's Rooftop Garden! How do I join? For more information & to join, please contact Claire Doble on 0113 245 8863 or email at [email protected] You can also make enquiries to our Live Well Leeds office on 0113 219 2727 or by email at [email protected]
What is it? Join us at our Saturday Welcome Café for hot beverages, refreshments and nibbles. Talk with a Mental Health Coordinator about what groups and activities you can get involved with at Live Well Leeds. Or just join us for a cuppa and a chat with other service users. All service users welcome! How do I join? For more information, please call 0113 219 2727 or email [email protected] Bus routes 49, 50, 50A, 13, 12, 13A, 36 – bus stops are within 10-minutes walking distance
What is it? A relaxed unstructured group with light warm snacks provided in a welcoming atmosphere. A space to socialise with others in a non-judgemental environment, access mental health support with a support coordinator and gain more information about Live Well Leeds (our groups, volunteering, befriending, our partner organisations). How do I join? For more information, please call 0113 219 2727 or email [email protected] Bus routes 91 60/60A 49 33/34 A1 Trains: There is also Headingley train station which is around an 8-minute walk from the venue
What is it? Aasra (meaning ‘to provide shelter/support’) aims to support unpaid carers within the diverse communities in Leeds. An unpaid carer is someone who may be looking after or providing any support to a relative, friend or a neighbour due to their physical, mental health or disability. Within the Aasra group, we motivate and encourage the Carer to take a break and to focus on their own mental health and wellbeing through engagement with other Carers, various activities and ways they can improve their health and wellbeing. How do I join? For more information and [...]
What is it? Free 10 week art therapy group to promote wellbeing for all adults living in a Leeds post code area. You don’t have to be skilled at art making just your willingness to take part is all you need. Using art making to explore and find new ways to manage with the stresses and strains of every day life to improve your health and wellbeing. Each week will focus on learning new skills using art and creativity to build on your strengths and find new ways to live well with your mental health improving quality of life [...]
What is it? An 8-week course focused upon building self-esteem and confidence through specific focus on different areas that impact this (body image, setting boundaries, goals and aspirations, mindfulness, negative core beliefs). This is a welcoming, non-judgemental group ran by a Live Well Leeds support coordinator with peer support opportunities throughout. How do I join? For more information, please call 0113 219 2727 or email [email protected] Bus routes Buses 2, 3, 13, 13A, 12, 49, 50, 91, 36, X98/X99
What is it? We warmly invite you to join us as we explore the creative world of writing. Whether you are a seasoned writer or just starting out, you will find a supportive and inclusive community here. Our group covers a wide range of topics, from poetry to fiction and everything in between. You will have the opportunity to read and write your own work, and share it with others in a friendly and inviting space or just sit back and listen. We provide food and drink during the session. How do I join? For more [...]
What is it? Mon Café is a group session that supports women 18+ (mental health & wellbeing) from a culturally diverse/religious background specifically south Asian community. The group is a safe place for those who need support from a holistic and personal approach to help recover and heal from mental health and improve wellbeing. Our sessions are tailor made to build confidence, boost self-esteem, and empower women. How do I join? For more information, please call 0113 219 2727 or email [email protected]